Vivo V50 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Vivo V50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 1,018,053); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V50 doesn't; the Vivo V50 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V50
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Vivo V50 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 226g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 1018053
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3111
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V50 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V50 (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V50 (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo V50 (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V50 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1018053 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades, Funtouch 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×76.7×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo V50
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V50
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V50 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Vivo V50 by 72.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V50 (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V50 (93/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo V50 (80/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (70/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V50 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V50 by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V50 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo V50 has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V50 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V50 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V50 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.